The nurse should provide the parents of an infant with phenylketonuria about the etiology of the condition that this disorder was inherited from parents which is autosomal recessive.
What is phenylketonuria ?
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is an inborn error of metabolism in body which generally results in decreased metabolism of the amino acid phenylalanine (C9H11NO2).
What is meant by autosomal recessive?
It (autosomal recessive) is a way or method by which genetic traits are passed on from parents to child.
What happens if PKU is untreated?
There are chances of occurring cognitive impairment if it is not treated at proper time. A low diet know as phenylalanine diet is also required.
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